# Chemscape

> Chemscape is a Canadian-owned Safety Data Sheet (SDS) management and chemical risk management software company with 20 years of expertise. We provide SDS compliance software, chemical hazard assessment tools (CHAMP), SDS authoring services, and comprehensive chemical management solutions for compliance-driven industries across North America, with a leading presence in Oil & Gas.

Chemscape helps organizations exceed regulatory standards, avoid costly delays or fines, and keep workers safe through automated SDS management, chemical approvals, risk assessments, and regulatory reporting. Our solutions support compliance with WHMIS, HazCom, GHS, WorkSafeBC, and various environmental regulations.

Key differentiators:
- Unmatched SDS data quality that optimizes inventory by up to 40%
- 20 years of SDS expertise and exceptional customer service
- Mobile app (sdsBinders) for 24/7 access to SDSs
- Over 100 health and environmental regulatory reports
- Industry-leading presence in Oil & Gas sector

## Core Products

- [SDS Management](https://www.chemscape.com/services/sds-management): SDS compliance software with 3-year cycle checking, mobile app access, and over 150 regulatory reports
- [CHAMP](https://www.chemscape.com/services/champ): Comprehensive chemical management platform including SDS Management plus chemical approvals, risk assessments, and industrial hygiene support
- [SDS Authoring](https://www.chemscape.com/services/sds-authoring): Authoring software and professional services for Safety Data Sheets
- [Exposure Control Plans](https://www.chemscape.com/services/exposure-control-plan): WorkSafeBC-compliant ECP software for hazardous substances
- [Chemical Risk Assessments](https://www.chemscape.com/services/chemical-risk-assessments): Proactive risk management identifying hazards and providing control plans
- [Chemical Approvals](https://www.chemscape.com/services/chemical-approval): Track chemicals, understand hazards, and ensure due diligence
- [Regulatory Compliance Management](https://www.chemscape.com/services/regulatory-compliance-management): Simplify regulatory reporting with real-time data from chemical inventory
- [Chemical Storage Compatibility](https://www.chemscape.com/services/chemical-storage-compatibility): Identify storage compatibilities and prevent incidents
- [Chemical Substitutions](https://www.chemscape.com/services/chemical-substitutions): Identify less toxic products and support sustainability goals
- [Industrial Hygiene Support](https://www.chemscape.com/services/industrial-hygiene-support-for-champ): Implementation guidance from Industrial Hygienists
- [Product Stewardship Consulting](https://www.chemscape.com/services/stewardship-consulting): Manage lifecycle of chemical products, minimizing environmental and health impacts
- [Best SDS Management Service](https://www.chemscape.com/services/best-sds-management-service-and-value): Information about Chemscape's SDS management service and value proposition
- [Control Measures for Chemical Use](https://www.chemscape.com/services/get-control-measures-for-chemical-use): Get control recommendations for chemical use
- [Hazard Control Tools](https://www.chemscape.com/services/hazard-control-tools): Tools for controlling chemical hazards

## SDS Management Features

- [Customized Compliant Inventory](https://www.chemscape.com/sds-management/customized-compliant-inventory): Customized compliant inventory features
- [Increased Efficiencies](https://www.chemscape.com/sds-management/increased-efficiencies): Features that increase operational efficiency
- [Mobile Access](https://www.chemscape.com/sds-management/mobile-access): Mobile app features and capabilities for 24/7 access
- [Hazard Communication Tools](https://www.chemscape.com/sds-management/hazard-communication-tools): Tools for effective hazard communication
- [SDS System Features](https://www.chemscape.com/sds-management/sds-system-features): Complete list of SDS system features

## Industries

- [Oil & Gas](https://www.chemscape.com/industries/oil-gas): #1 provider of chemical safety and SDS management software to the oil and gas industry
- [Chemical Manufacturing](https://www.chemscape.com/industries/chemical-manufacturing): Chemical compliance, SDS management and SDS authoring solutions for manufacturers
- [Chemical Management](https://www.chemscape.com/industries/chemical-management): SDS and Chemical Risk Management for chemical manufacturing
- [Construction](https://www.chemscape.com/industries/construction-industry): SDS and chemical compliance solutions for construction sites
- [Mining](https://www.chemscape.com/industries/mining-industry): Comprehensive chemical management for mining operations worldwide
- [Transportation](https://www.chemscape.com/industries/transportation): SDS and chemical risk management for dangerous goods transportation
- [Municipalities](https://www.chemscape.com/industries/municipalities): Centralized hazard management for municipal departments

## Resources

- [Resources Hub](https://www.chemscape.com/resources): Main resources page with all educational content
- [SDS Fundamentals](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/sds-fundamentals): In-depth look at commonly asked questions surrounding Safety Data Sheets
- [Guide to Safety Data Sheet Basics](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/guide-to-safety-data-sheet-basics): Comprehensive guide to SDS fundamentals
- [SDS Glossary of Terms](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/safety-data-sheet-glossary-of-terms): Glossary of Safety Data Sheet terminology
- [The Difference Between MSDS and SDS](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/the-difference-between-msds-sds): Explanation of MSDS vs SDS
- [SDS Authoring Resources](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/sds-authoring): Regulatory requirements and industry best practices for authoring SDS
- [Your Guide to SDS Authoring as a Supplier](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/your-guide-to-sds-authoring-as-a-supplier): Guide for suppliers on SDS authoring
- [SDS Authoring Strategies Webinar](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/sds-authoring-strategies-webinar): Webinar on SDS authoring strategies
- [WHMIS Resources](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/everything-you-need-to-know-about-whmis): Comprehensive WHMIS guides, webinars, blogs and supporting resources
- [The Difference Between WHMIS 1988 MSDS and WHMIS 2015](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/the-difference-between-whmis-1988-msds-whmis-2015): Comparison of WHMIS versions
- [WHMIS Updates with GHS Revision 7 & 8](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/whmis-updates-announced-with-ghs-revision-7-8): Information about GHS revision updates
- [HazCom Resources](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/hazard-communication-standard-resources): Comprehensive HazCom guides, webinars, blogs and supporting resources
- [HazCom Basics](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/hazcom-basics): Basic information about Hazard Communication
- [Chemical Management Essentials](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/chemical-safety-management-resources): Chemical hazards, control banding and EHS best practices
- [Chemical Management Blog](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/chemical-management-blog): Blog posts about chemical management
- [Health & Safety Meeting Content](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/health-safety-meeting-resources): Free videos and learning tools on chemical hazards
- [Wildfire Smoke](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/wildfire-smoke): Information about wildfire smoke hazards

## Chemical Hazards

- [Ammonia](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/ammonia): Information about ammonia hazards
- [Asbestos](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/asbestos): Information about asbestos hazards
- [Benzene](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/benzene): Information about benzene hazards
- [Carbon Monoxide](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/carbon-monoxide): Information about carbon monoxide hazards
- [Diesel Exhaust](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/diesel-exhaust): Information about diesel exhaust hazards
- [Hydrogen Sulfide](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/hydrogen-sulfide): Information about hydrogen sulfide hazards
- [Lead](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/lead): Information about lead hazards
- [Mercury](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/mercury): Information about mercury hazards
- [Silica](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/silica): Information about silica hazards
- [Welding Fumes](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/welding-fumes): Information about welding fume hazards
- [Radiation](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/radiation): Information about radiation hazards
- [Isocyanate](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/isocyanate): Information about isocyanate hazards
- [Methanol](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/methanol): Information about methanol hazards
- [NORM](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/norm): Information about Naturally Occurring Radioactive Material hazards
- [Asphyxiation](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/asphyxiation): Information about asphyxiation hazards
- [Aspiration](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/aspiration): Information about aspiration hazards
- [Liquified Petroleum Gas](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/liquified-petroleum-gas): Information about LPG hazards
- [Propane](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/propane): Information about propane hazards
- [Ototoxins](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/ototoxins): Information about ototoxin hazards

## Occupational Diseases

- [Chemical Hazards and Occupational Disease](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/chemical-hazards-occupational-disease): Overview of occupational diseases related to chemical exposure
- [Occupational Asthma](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/occupational-asthma): Information about occupational asthma
- [Occupational Bladder Cancer](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/occupational-bladder-cancer): Information about occupational bladder cancer
- [Blood System](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/blood-system): Information about blood system disorders
- [Renal Disease](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/renal-disease): Information about renal disease
- [Occupational Liver Damage](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/occupational-liver-damage): Information about occupational liver damage
- [Occupational Lung Disease](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/occupational-lung-disease): Information about occupational lung disease
- [The Reproductive System](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/the-reproductive-system): Information about reproductive system disorders
- [Occupational Skin Disease](https://www.chemscape.com/resources/occupational-skin-disease): Information about occupational skin disease

## Blog

- [Blog Home](https://www.chemscape.com/blog): Latest articles on SDS management, chemical safety, compliance, and regulatory updates
- [How QR Codes Simplify SDS Management and Chemical Inventory](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/how-qr-codes-simplify-sds-management-and-chemical-inventory): Using QR codes for efficient SDS management
- [Occupational Exposure Limits in Canada](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/occupational-exposure-limits-in-canada): Information about occupational exposure limits
- [Do Consumer Products Need Secondary Containment in a Workplace?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/consumer-products-secondary-containment-workplace): Secondary containment requirements for consumer products
- [GHS Revision 7](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/ghs-revision-7): Updates on GHS Revision 7
- [Control Banding](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/what-control-banding): Explanation of control banding methodology
- [Chemical Substitution](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/guidance-selecting-chemical-substitutes): Guidance on selecting chemical substitutes
- [PPE Selection and Limitations](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/how-to-select-ppe): How to select personal protective equipment
- [WHMIS Training Requirements](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/how-often-whmis-training-required): Information about WHMIS training requirements
- [What is an Exposure Control Plan?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/what-exposure-control-plan): Explanation of exposure control plans
- [When is Secondary Containment Required?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/when-is-secondary-containment-required): Secondary containment requirements
- [The Importance of Safety Data Sheets](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/importance-of-safety-data-sheets): Why SDSs are important
- [Clearing Confusion: SDSs and the 3-Year Expiration Rule](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/clearing-confusion-sdss-and-3-year-expiration-rule): Clarification on SDS expiration rules
- [SDS Authoring Guide for Chemical Suppliers](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/sds-authoring-guide-chemical-suppliers-osha-whmis-chemscape): Guide for suppliers on SDS authoring
- [Hierarchy of Controls for Workplace Safety](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/hierarchy-controls-workplace-safety-chemical-hazards): Understanding the hierarchy of controls
- [How to Begin Substituting Less Hazardous Chemicals](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/how-begin-substituting-less-hazardous-chemicals): Steps for chemical substitution
- [Understanding Common Occupational Illnesses](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/understanding-common-occupational-illnesses): Overview of common occupational illnesses
- [PFAS](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/pfas): Information about PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances)
- [Preventing Carbon Monoxide Exposure at Work](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/preventing-carbon-monoxide-exposure-at-work): Safety measures for carbon monoxide
- [Sustainable Chemistry](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/sustainable-chemistry): Information about sustainable chemistry practices

## Contact

- [Contact Us](https://www.chemscape.com/contact-us): Questions about chemical risk management, SDS management, SDS authoring, or technical support
- [Book a Demo](https://www.chemscape.com/book-a-demo): Request a demonstration of SDS management software, CHAMP, or SDS authoring services
- [Who We Are](https://www.chemscape.com/who-we-are): Learn about Chemscape's leadership in chemical safety and compliance solutions
- [Customer Success](https://www.chemscape.com/customer-success): Client testimonials and case studies from major North American companies
- [Cenovus Case Study](https://www.chemscape.com/cenovus): Case study from Cenovus Energy
- [Sherritt Case Study](https://www.chemscape.com/sherritt): Case study from Sherritt International Corporation
- [Bellatrix Case Study](https://www.chemscape.com/bellatrix): Case study from Bellatrix Exploration

## Optional

- [Privacy Policy](https://www.chemscape.com/privacy-policy): Chemscape privacy policy
- [Terms of Use](https://www.chemscape.com/terms-of-use): Chemscape terms of use
- [2017: The Year GHS Will Solve All Our Problems](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/2017-year-ghs-will-solve-all-our-problems): Historical blog post about GHS
- [3 Challenges in Chemical Inventory and SDS Management](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/3-challenges-chemical-inventory-and-sds-mgmt): Challenges in chemical management
- [ACGIH Revises Benzene Threshold Limit Value](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/acgih-revises-benzene-threshold-limit-value): Updates on benzene exposure limits
- [AIHA Welding Field Guide](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/aiha-welding-field-guide): Welding safety information
- [Hazards of Fluid Transfer in Oil and Gas](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/blog-hazards-fluid-transfer-oil-and-gas): Fluid transfer hazards
- [California Prop 65](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/california-prop-65): Information about California Proposition 65
- [Canada Strengthens Environmental Laws](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/canada-strengthens-environmental-laws): Updates on Canadian environmental regulations
- [Canadian 5 Star OHS Award](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/canadian-5-star-ohs-award): Information about OHS awards
- [Chemical Regulations Overlap](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/chemical-regulations-overlap): Understanding overlapping regulations
- [Chemscape Celebrates 20 Years](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/chemscape-celebrates-20-years): Company milestone
- [Clean Not Smell](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/clean-not-smell): Cleaning product safety
- [Cleaning Products Can Be Dangerous When Mixed](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/cleaning-products-can-be-dangerous-when-mixed): Mixing cleaning products hazards
- [Complexities of Today's Oil and Gas Worksites](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/complexities-todays-oil-and-gas-worksites-simopconcurrent-operations): Oil and gas worksite complexities
- [Control Banding for the Environment](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/control-banding-for-the-environment): Environmental control banding
- [Control Banding in Cannabis Production](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/control-banding-in-cannabis-production): Cannabis industry control banding
- [Correct SDS for Products](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/correct-sds-for-products): Ensuring correct SDS usage
- [Developing Code of Practice for Respiratory Protective Equipment](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/developing-code-practice-respiratory-protective-equipment): RPE best practices
- [Difference Between Cleaning, Sanitizing, and Disinfecting](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/difference-between-cleaning-sanitizing-disinfecting): Cleaning terminology
- [Differences Between US OSHA and Canadian HPR/WHMIS Regulations](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/differences-between-us-osha-and-canadian-hpr-whmis-regulations): Regulatory differences
- [DMDM Hydantoin in Shampoo](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/dmdm-hydantoin-shampoo): Shampoo ingredient safety
- [Do I Need a Safety Data Sheet for Washer Fluid at Work?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/do-i-need-safety-data-sheet-washer-fluid-work): SDS requirements for washer fluid
- [Does GHS Require Testing?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/does-ghs-require-testing): GHS testing requirements
- [Domestic Substance List](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/domestic-substance-list): Information about DSL
- [Endocrine Disrupting Chemicals](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/endocrine-disrupting-chemicals): EDC information
- [Have You Considered Substitution in Your Chemical Management Strategy?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/have-you-considered-substitution-your-chemical-management-strategy): Chemical substitution strategy
- [Hazards of Overwashing Your Hands](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/hazards-of-overwashing-your-hands): Hand washing safety
- [HazCom SDS Storing Requirements](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/hazcom-sds-storing-requirements): SDS storage requirements
- [Health Canada Hazardous Products Act Inspections](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/health-canada-hazardous-products-act-inspections): HPA inspection information
- [Health Hazards of Cleaners, Sanitizers, and Disinfectants](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/health-hazards-cleaners-sanitizers-and-disinfectants): Cleaning product health hazards
- [Health and Safety Apps for Working with Chemical Hazards](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/health-safety-apps-working-chemical-hazards): Safety apps information
- [How to Identify Chemicals or Ingredients for Elimination](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/how-identify-chemicals-or-ingredients-elimination): Chemical elimination strategies
- [How Safety Data Sheets Differ Significantly Between Countries](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/how-safety-data-sheets-differ-significantly-between-countries): International SDS differences
- [Industrial Hygiene Principles](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/industrial-hygiene-principles): IH fundamentals
- [Injury and Illness Prevention Programs](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/injury-illness-prevention-programs): IIPP information
- [ISO Standards](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/iso-standards): ISO standard information
- [Limitations of PPE as a Hazard Control Method](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/limitations-ppe-hazard-control-method): PPE limitations
- [Lithium Batteries](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/lithium-batteries): Battery safety
- [McIntyre Power](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/mcintyre-power): Case study
- [Occupational Exposure Banding vs Control Banding](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/occupational-exposure-banding-vs-control-banding): Banding methodologies
- [OSHA Hazard Communication Standard Update](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/osha-hazard-communication-standard-update): HazCom updates
- [Pandemic Planning and Business Continuity](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/pandemic-planning-and-business-continuity): Business continuity planning
- [Plan for Annual Inventory of Chemicals](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/plan-for-annual-inventory-of-chemicals): Chemical inventory planning
- [Preventing Maskne](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/preventing-maskne): Mask-related skin issues
- [Protect Welder Health with Control Banding](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/protect-welder-health-control-banding): Welding safety
- [Real-Time Construction and Fabrication Worker Protection with Control Banding](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/real-time-construction-fabrication-worker-protection-control-banding): Construction safety
- [Removing Bias from Your Risk Assessment for a Healthier Chemical Footprint](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/removing-bias-your-risk-assessment-healthier-chemical-footprint): Risk assessment best practices
- [SDS Authoring Software vs Service](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/sds-authoring-software-vs-service): SDS authoring options
- [SDS and GHS Hazardous Products](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/sds-ghs-hazardous-product): GHS product classification
- [SDS Language Regulations for Employers Across Canada](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/sds-language-regulations-employers-across-canada): Language requirements
- [SDS Must Match Hazardous Products](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/sds-match-hazardous-products): SDS accuracy requirements
- [Selecting and Using PPE: Best Practices for Chemical Safety](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/selecting-using-ppe-best-practices-chemical-safety): PPE best practices
- [Should I Delete MSDSs from My Inventory?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/should-i-delete-msdss-my-inventory): MSDS vs SDS transition
- [Signs of a Poorly Written SDS](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/signs-poorly-written-sds): SDS quality indicators
- [Similar Exposure Groups Can Simplify Chemical Exposure Monitoring](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/similar-exposure-groups-can-simplify-chemical-exposure-monitoring): Exposure monitoring strategies
- [Simultaneous Operations (SIMOPS) and Identifying Health Hazards](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/simultaneous-operations-simops-and-identifying-health-hazards): SIMOPS safety
- [Skin Exposures and Identifying Chemicals of Concern](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/skin-exposures-and-identifying-chemicals-concern-sdsbinders-champ): Skin exposure management
- [Turnover in SDS Library Annually](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/turnover-in-sds-library-annually): SDS library management
- [Updates Announced to Align with GHS Revisions](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/updates-announced-to-align-with-ghs-revisions): GHS alignment updates
- [Updates to Part 6 of TDGR](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/updates-part-6-tdgr): Transportation regulations
- [Use Prescribed Concentration Ranges in SDS](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/use-prescribed-concentration-ranges-sds): SDS concentration requirements
- [What Are Barrier Creams?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/what-are-barrier-creams): Barrier cream information
- [What Are Consumer Products in Canada and How Do They Differ from Workplace Chemicals?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/what-are-consumer-products-canada-and-how-do-they-differ-workplace-chemicals): Consumer vs workplace products
- [What is the Difference Between Training and Education?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/what-difference-between-training-and-education): Training vs education
- [What is CANUTEC?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/what-is-canutec): CANUTEC information
- [What is Graphene?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/what-is-graphene): Graphene information
- [What is a Skin Sensitizer?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/what-is-skin-sensitizer): Skin sensitization
- [What is the Emergency Response Guidebook?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/what-is-the-emergency-response-guidebook): ERG information
- [What is Titanium Dioxide?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/what-is-titanium-dioxide): Titanium dioxide information
- [What is the Potential Risk of Hand Sanitizer?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/what-potential-risk-hand-sanitizer): Hand sanitizer safety
- [What is a WHMIS Exempt Product and Do I Need an SDS for It?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/what-whmis-exempt-product-and-do-i-need-sds-it): WHMIS exemptions
- [WHMIS Training: More Than Just a Checkbox](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/whmis-trainining-more-than-just-a-checkbox): WHMIS training importance
- [Who Needs WHMIS Training?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/who-needs-whmis-training): WHMIS training requirements
- [WorkSafeBC 2019 Initiatives for Oil and Gas](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/worksafebc-2019-initiatives-oil-and-gas): WorkSafeBC initiatives
- [WorkSafeBC Part 5 Emergency Planning 2025](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/worksafebc-part-5-emergency-planning-2025): Emergency planning requirements
- [How Do You Define Fit for Duty?](https://www.chemscape.com/blog/how-do-you-define-fit-duty-and-how-you-can-incorporate-your-eventincident-investigations): Fit for duty definitions